Offshore Geotechnical Engineer - Categorie Protette

RINA Piraeus Team; Genova; In loco; EUR 36.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

RINA is seeking an Offshore Geotechnical Engineer to support the development and delivery of offshore infrastructure projects. The role focuses on geotechnical design and site characterization for offshore foundations, subsea pipelines and marine structures across concept to detailed design.

The position requires a Master’s in Geotechnical Engineering and at least 3 years of offshore geotechnical experience, with knowledge of offshore standards (DNV/ISO/API).

Competenze

• Mandatory: Registered as a protected category under Italian Law 68/99.
• Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or equivalent; PhD is a plus
• At least 3 years of experience in geotechnical engineering with exposure to offshore or marine infrastructure projects
• Experience with offshore geotechnical design and interpretation of site investigation data
• Good understanding of marine soil behaviour under cyclic and long-term loading conditions
• Familiarity with offshore standards (e.g. DNV, ISO, API)
• Experience with numerical modelling is considered an advantage

Mansioni

• Act as geotechnical specialist for offshore and marine infrastructure projects, supporting engineering decisions across all project phases
• Interpret offshore site investigation data (CPTu, boreholes, laboratory testing, geophysical surveys) and define geotechnical design parameters
• Design and assess offshore foundation systems (e.g. piles, suction caissons, anchors, mudmats, gravity-based structures)
• Identify and evaluate key offshore geohazards such as seabed instability, liquefaction, scour and slope failure
• Support offshore geotechnical site investigation planning and technical review of acquisition activities when required
• Review and validate geotechnical deliverables produced by third parties
• Prepare technical reports, calculations and design documentation in line with international offshore standards
• Collaborate with structural, marine, geophysical and environmental disciplines in multidisciplinary teams
• Occasional travel linked to project requirements

Conoscenze

Geotechnical engineering

Offshore design

Site investigation interpretation

Numerical modelling

offshore standards

Formazione

Master's in Geotechnical Engineering

Civil Engineering degree or equivalent

PhD (optional)

Strumenti

DNV standards

ISO standards

API standards

Descrizione del lavoro

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Posting Date: 4 Sept 2026

City: Genova

Location: Genova, IT, 16129 Rozzano, IT, 20089 Roma, IT, 00144

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Environmental and Engineering Geoscience

Level of experience: Senior

RINA is currently recruiting for a Offshore Geotechnical Engineer - Categorie Protette to join its office in Genoa, Rome, Milan - Italy within the Environmental and Engineering Geoscience Division.

Mission

RINA is strengthening its offshore geotechnical engineering capability and is looking for an Offshore Geotechnical Engineer, registered as a protected category under Italian Law 68/99, to support the development and delivery of offshore infrastructure projects.

The role focuses on geotechnical design and site characterization for offshore foundations, subsea pipelines and marine structures, across concept selection, FEED and detailed design phases.

It is suited to Engineers with offshore or marine geotechnical experience, comfortable working in multidisciplinary project teams and contributing as technical specialists.

Key Accountabilities

• Act as geotechnical specialist for offshore and marine infrastructure projects, supporting engineering decisions across all project phases
• Interpret offshore site investigation data (CPTu, boreholes, laboratory testing, geophysical surveys) and define geotechnical design parameters
• Design and assess offshore foundation systems (e.g. piles, suction caissons, anchors, mudmats, gravity-based structures)
• Identify and evaluate key offshore geohazards such as seabed instability, liquefaction, scour and slope failure
• Support offshore geotechnical site investigation planning and technical review of acquisition activities when required
• Review and validate geotechnical deliverables produced by third parties
• Prepare technical reports, calculations and design documentation in line with international offshore standards
• Collaborate with structural, marine, geophysical and environmental disciplines in multidisciplinary teams
• Occasional travel linked to project requirements

Education

Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Qualifications

• Mandatory requirement: Registered as a protected category under Italian Law 68/99 (collocamento mirato)
• Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering or equivalent; PhD is a plus
• at least 3 years of experience in geotechnical engineering with exposure to offshore or marine infrastructure projects
• experience in / knowledge of offshore geotechnical design and interpretation of site investigation data
• Good understanding of marine soil behaviour under cyclic and long-term loading conditions
• Familiarity with offshore standards (e.g. DNV, ISO, API)
• Experience with numerical modelling is considered an advantage
• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.

Compensation Data

The salary range and job grade for this position are defined based on objective, role-related criteria and responsibilities in accordance with CCNL RINA (CNEL code I480). The gross annual salary range foreseen is between€36000 and €48000and will be finally defined on candidate’s professional experience, qualifications, competencies and overall alignment with the role. In addition, an annual variable compensation component is provided, based on both Company and individual performance objectives in accordance with the current policies and collective agreements. The overall compensation package is complemented by the Company's welfare.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.